PRSay

MAY 8, 2020

Attitudes shift about virtual interviews. There was once a time when a journalist would scoff at the idea of an interview over Skype or Google Hangouts. Updates on the pandemic are coming fast, and that makes things difficult for both PR teams and the media. Now, these are tools that they need to use to do their jobs.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 11, 2018

Seeing a client’s interview in a key publication is still a quintessential public relations win, so PR pros spend a lot of time perfecting media pitching. But once we get a “yes” to a pitch or interview request, it’s no time to sit back and relax. Join the interview. Nail it down, fast.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Rather than highlighting a specific story, I’ll just mention that business travel is one of the best parts of my job. If you pitch an interview and I accept the offer, please do everything you can to ensure that the person or company you represent follows through with that interview. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 8, 2024

I have a dog, Avia, who’s a lovable, high-energy, 50-lb rescue, and love to travel with her and my sister to new places. Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am … Doing a crossword!

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 2, 2022

I do a lot of interviews with pros in the EV industry. I was part of one of the first e-zines back in the 1990s, a trade mag for web developers, and was at the center of the Web boom and bust (moved on to travel writing before it boomed again). Offer us an interview with someone with technical expertise.

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Cision

JULY 14, 2016

In this interview, Lauren discusses how to multitask effectively, her exciting plans for the Harley-Davidson Museum and the challenges brands face today. We started the relationship with the museum in 2014 on a project basis, organizing a trio of A-list travel writers to visit for feature coverage in target outlets.

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PR Insiders

JULY 12, 2021

Did you hear that interview on the radio or on a podcast? It’s no secret, of course, that the media landscape has changed drastically over the years – and the changes keep coming at a pace that sometimes makes us all dizzy! Think about TV interviews as just one example. Think about how you get information these days.

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5W PR

AUGUST 27, 2020

Delivering stores to radio, television, and online audiences through live coverage, SMT has become an important public relations strategy that helps an audience to have a behind-the-scenes understanding of a brand. At the same time, live interviews are the most cost-effective approaches to engage with important audiences around the globe.

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Media Travel Radio Interviews 68

Prohibition

MARCH 2, 2023

For March, get to know all about our media relations expert and jigsaw puzzle loving Account Director – Isobel. Media knowledge is crucial and you’d be surprised how many people struggle when asked about their favourite publications in an interview! What’s your favourite social media platform and why?

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Dayna Calkins, senior publicist at Choice Media & Communications, stresses the importance of doing your research before sending your pitch. In this interview, Dayna discusses how to build better relationships with the media, best practices for social pitching and why you should take initiative when solving problems.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Sometimes we travel long distances to visit with family with whom we rarely spend time — which can make for awkward communication. PR pros know that staying on message is fundamental to rocking a great media interview. Families practice their own inscrutable form of PR when reunited for the holidays. Stay on message.

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Cision

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Caroline Michaud, Vice President of Corporate Communications and Public Relations at PHG Consulting, says to be competitive, clients must determine their specific brand and strategically position themselves in the marketplace. What are some of the biggest PR challenges travel brands and companies face? How can they overcome them?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 3, 2023

Still, a reliable public charging network is critical for those without access to home chargers and for everyone traveling long distances. I never thought I’d write about mayflies or interview an entomologist (an insect scientist) as an auto reporter! I’ll continue to cover this area and charger uptime—a sore point for the industry.

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Automotive Meeting Report Insurance 77

MaccaPR

JULY 8, 2015

With the exit of former editor Steve Mollman, the MaccaPR blog was pleased to interview the new editor-in-chief of. Traveling with Lt. I like connecting the dots, through interviews with experts who we ask, 'what do you make of this?'". How has social media impacted Minnesota Business magazine? "If Star Tribune ’s.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am … Hosting a themed party (the Kentucky-Derby-Murder-Mystery-Garden Party was a hit), traveling absolutely any place I haven’t yet been, or sittin’ around chattin’ with friends and family over a glass of iced tea, chai, or coffee. You can also find me at the barre studio.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 3, 2018

Almost Famous (2000) — Media Relations. The iconic publication sends a 15 year-old reporter to travel with the band on tour in order to write an in-depth piece. Both the inexperienced reporter and the naïve band members make the media relations mistake of getting too close to be objective.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The firm worked to arrange deep-dive interview sessions for CAR executives at key automotive media outlets. Bianchi PR also supported CAR by helping with event messaging and increasing media attendance at, and coverage of, MBS. In addition, for 24 consecutive years we have traveled to Traverse City, Mich.

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Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

Finland is looking for investments particularly in bio & circular economy, cleantech, health & wellbeing, ICT & digitalization and travel. It is not advisable to have an employee of a communications firm present in the interview situation. Finns are always looking for new ways to do things.

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Cision

JULY 13, 2016

In this interview, Nick discusses how to approach integrated communication, why print may still have a place in your strategy and how to build relationships with reporters. What is your secret to media relations success? My hobbies outside of work include…running, yoga, food & wine, traveling and reading.

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Cision

MAY 3, 2016

Karen Paff, senior vice president at Ogilvy Public Relations, recommends doing your research and learning as much as you can about the journalists you target before you pitch them your story. What are some key components of a successful media relations strategy? How does social media play into your media relations strategy?

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Barokas

MARCH 16, 2020

Worldwide, society, business and the things many take for granted (conferences, face-to-face meetings, food service, travel, schooling) have been upended. The current COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented disruption to modern life. Creating company-wide messaging and response for how the pandemic impacts the business. .

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Shift Communications

DECEMBER 15, 2016

As SHIFT and the entire industry continues to evolve there is always the question… Is traditional media relations dead? After an aggressive media relations push, we began to pick up traction in the local market. Travel Channel’s blog Roam , Felicia Feaster: Travel Gift Guide . “I Client: Rockport.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Gordon Johndroe , vice president of global media relations and public affairs for the Chicago-based aircraft manufacturer, spoke to members of PRSA’s Corporate Communications Section in the Nov. I’ll try to get you an interview with somebody if I can.”. You want to be the eyes and ears for the media inside the building.

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Landis PR

MARCH 29, 2021

I’m very proud of that piece because of all the work that I put into researching and interviewing, and it added to the larger conversation. I love movies and entertainment, so I would love to attend an award show, interview the nominees and winners and write a story about the night. Tell us about your dream assignment.

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Meeting Media Local Interviews 96

The Resolution Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Here we interview senior team member, George Hayley about Manifest team's values, creativity and why the traditional PR agency structure just doesn't work for their modern approach. Gisele Navarro, head of media relations at Neomam Studios reveals the tech secrets behind her team's success here.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 1, 2018

That left me alone managing the press, doing 40 to 50 interviews a day, with six or seven satellite trucks here, and writing news releases. Those 40 or 50 interviews I would do in a day would be out of 70 or 80 phone calls. Do you also manage social media for the park? We have a social media team. We have a huge workload.

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Communications Conversations

JUNE 28, 2018

This is what led me, in some ways, to interview our Rock Star today: Kirsten Wenker. My goal was always to find my way into sports PR (I’m sure every agency I’ve worked for can testify to me constantly seeking out those sports related opportunities!), Getting to report on new places and cultures as a travel journalist would be amazing!

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Cision

JULY 20, 2016

Rachel Madden Johnson, account supervisor at 3rd Coast Public Relations, says brands should invest in unique opportunities, such as thought leadership and research, to cut through the noise. What are the keys to media relations success? How did you get your start in PR? Rapid Fire Round.

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Leadership Local Pitching Social Media 120

Cision

AUGUST 16, 2016

In this interview, Erik discusses moving from one media world to the next. Make sure all of your ducks are in a row and express that all potential interview subjects are immediately available and you have photos and video ready to send. It’s no longer enough to simply do a TV interview or post a blog on your website.

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Television Pitching Journalism Interviews 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

Particularly for heavy-duty commercial vehicles that carry heavier loads and travel longer distances, hydrogen fuel cells increasingly are gaining interest. but we love her still), and spending time with my wonderful family, traveling as often as possible. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

These options allow your company to conduct meetings or media interviews in a private and distraction free location. CTA also offers a number of hospitality suites, exhibit suites and meeting rooms outside of the main show floor. Strategy planning: Next up, start working on key messaging and defining your key objectives for CES 2024.

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Mobile Technology Automotive Trade Shows 75

Critical Mention

APRIL 13, 2020

The brothers were interviewed for a number of news articles, TV shows and radio programs, demonstrating the power of a positive story during a difficult time. Earlier in April, a story broke about Dr. Sarosh Ashraf Janjua, a Massachusetts-based cardiologist who travels once a month to Minnesota to work at local hospitals.

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Media Analytics Healthcare Crisis 111

Cision

JULY 26, 2016

In this interview, David discusses the importance of good writing skills, how technology has transformed the industry and how to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace. Third of all, get experience not just in media relations, but in digital analytics, content marketing, social media and community relations.

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Solo PR Pro

JUNE 8, 2021

Along the way, Nicole took on both full-time and consulting positions in community health, digital media and education where she has learned a lot, made plenty of mistakes and ultimately come to understand what is most valuable to her as a PR professional. In 2017, Nicole launched Nicole Lauren Consulting as a solo PR pro.

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Meeting Public Affairs Trade Shows Journalism 110

Cision

AUGUST 2, 2016

In this interview, Angie discusses how to stay relevant with consumers, create an impactful message and build better relationships with the media. You’ve helped secure placements for your clients in a variety of media. What’s your secret to media relations success? So how can your brand keep up?

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Fashion Apparel Pitching Consumer 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Perhaps one of my recent favorites was the result of an interview with John Deere. Travelling during non-pandemic times. What story or stories are you most proud of? My favorite stories often tell the story of how innovations touch people’s lives. I got my start in journalism when I pitched a story about a cutting tool innovation.

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The Resolution Blog

APRIL 9, 2019

Gini Dietrich We were really excited to travel to Chicago recently to chat with Gini Dietrich, founder of Spin Sucks and pioneer of the PESO model, about all things PESO. What I’ve found more challenging is that people will call asking for a PR firm and really they just want media relations or publicity. It’s still siloed.

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